March Newsletter

Cinema Newsletter - March 2024 

Dear Neelsie Cinema Enthusiasts,

Embark on a Cinematic Journey Around the World! ✈️🌍

This March, join us at Neelsie Cinema as we set off on an extraordinary GLOBAL adventure, guided by the multi-talented Neels van Jaarsveld. An expert in film, theatre, and the arts, Neels will lead us through diverse landscapes, starting in the heart of South Africa and venturing across the globe.

🎥 Film O'clock Film Festival: 🎥

Our first stop is the Film O'Clock International Festival, an exciting event showcasing films from eight countries, Romania, Lithuania, Ukraine, Moldova, Bulgaria, Greece, Egypt, and South Africa. The event will include simultaneous screenings, discussions with creative teams, and online conferences for professionals and film enthusiasts including South Africa.

From February 28th to March 3rd, 2024, immerse yourself in worldwide simultaneous screenings, discussions with creative teams, and online conferences. Let's celebrate the unique visions and storytelling talents of international filmmakers together.

Lineup:

28th and 29th of February - Neelsie Cinema will screen short films created by filmmakers.

  1. "1991," directed by Linas Ziura, Lithuania, 2023, 12 min., fiction

  2. "A Void," directed by Jordy Sank, South Africa, 2022, 26 min., fiction

  3. "Bad News," directed by Liviu Rotaru, Moldova, 2023, 29 min., fiction

  4. "Fracture," directed by Dimana Pastrakova, Bulgaria, 2023, 30 min., fiction

  1. "Hypatia," directed by Andrei Răuțu, Romania, 2023, 17 min., fiction

  1. Mama," directed by Naji Ismail, Egypt, 2022, 20 min., fiction

  2. "Ready," directed by Eirini Vianelli, Greece, Belgium, 2023, 11 min., animation

  3. "Suruaika," directed by Vlad Ilicevici, Radu C. Pop, Romania, 2022, 9 min., animation

  4. "Walking Up in Silence," directed by Mila Zhluktenko, Daniel Asadi Faezi, Ukraine, 2023, 18 min., documentary

  5. "When the MIGs fly," directed by Philip Găicean, Romania, 2023, 15 min., fiction

Join us at Neelsie Cinema for a weekend filled with classic cinematic treasures!

On Friday, March 1st, at 19:00, we're screening "The Living Heroes," a timeless piece directed by Arūnas Žebriūnas, Balys Bratkauskas, Vytautas Žalakevičius, and Marijonas Giedrys, offering a glimpse into Lithuanian cinema from 1959. Then, on Saturday, March 2nd, also at 19:00, immerse yourself in the groundbreaking "Man With a Movie Camera" by Dziga Vertov, a Ukrainian masterpiece dating back to 1929. Finally, on Sunday, March 3rd, at 19:00, don't miss the Gopo Classic Animated Shorts, featuring works by Ion Popescu Gopo, showcasing Romania's animated film heritage spanning from 1957 to 1985. It's a weekend of nostalgia and cinematic excellence you won't want to miss!

Following the short film screening, a panel discussion will be streamed aiming to open the floor for all questions and visions linked to the creation of short films and the topics they cover. 

Did someone say Watch Party? 

Whether you lost your heart in Italy, lived your best life in France or found your true love in Bloemfontein - Neelsie Cinema will transport you to your preferred destination.

Welcome to the Eastern Free State …where Brendan Peyper might find the love of his life.

🍿 Op my Eish Thursdays: 🍿

Did you miss the drama of "Op my Eish" in February? Fear not! Every Thursday, Neelsie Cinema continues to bring you Brendan Peyper’s search for love. Discover a new twist on the dating concept as we present the captivating kykNET series. 

Fun fact: 🍿

The original and first eligible bachelor,

Neels van Jaarsveld.

Allow Neelsie Cinema to take you to worlds outside our own…

🌪️ Avatar: The Last Airbender Watch Party: 🌪️

We're ending February with a bang! Join us on Saturday, February 24th, from 12:00 to 21:00, for a live-action adaptation of the beloved Nickelodeon animated series, Avatar: The Last Airbender. Follow Aang, Katara, Sokka, and other unforgettable characters on their epic journey to restore balance to the world. 

Pecha Kucha - It’s a thing!

🎤 Pecha Kucha - Cape Town's Iconic Event: 🎤

16 March 2024 14:00-16:00 

Revel in the electric atmosphere as speakers take to the stage with tales of inspiration, innovation, and imagination. Dive deep into a sea of stories as presenters follow the 20x20 format—20 slides, 20 seconds each, amounting to exactly 6 minutes and 40 seconds of storytelling magic. Mix and mingle with Cape Town's dynamic community of thinkers, dreamers, and doers.  Secure your ticket now for an unforgettable experience: Pecha Kucha Tickets. 🎬

Cinema Slumber Soiree!

Get ready for an unforgettable movie night at Neelsie Cinema on Friday, March 15th, featuring delicious pizza and a lineup of captivating films and beloved classics! Don't forget to bring your friends and your comfiest PJs as we prepare to roll out the red carpet for a night of cinematic delight. Stay tuned for more details! 🎬🍕

Fasten your seatbelts, Cinema Globetrotters! ✈️

Thank you for soaring with us on this cinematic adventure around the world. Until our next destination, stay reel and keep the popcorn popping!

The Neelsie Cinema Team 🎬🍿